"In my opinion even on sale these boots are insanely expensive when you add S&H + tax, but I think they are original and good quality. When I saw these online I was instantly in love. I had high expectations but I was a little disappointed when they arrived because they looked a little plastic, which is why I didn't give them 5 stars. I have full confidence though that once I break them in the leather will look softer. *crossing my fingers* Either way I like the way they look on me in pictures (which is how I can see how they look on me). There are so many original details w/out all the details being too much. I see myself wearing these for years. I better for the price!!! My husband, who is a huge Star Wars fan, calls them my Jedi boots. I love that! :)"